1UP reviews Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare

By hitting fast-forward on the Call of Duty franchise by 60 years, developer Infinity Ward is taking a chance. Call of Duty 4's subtitle "Modern Warfare" implies a lot in this day and age, and applying the series' famed qualities to a theater of war that's far less fictional than some might be comfortable with could easily go wrong. It was one thing when games based on the Vietnam War briefly appeared -- the debate then was based on a matter of timeliness ("Is it too soon?") and the controversial nature of that conflict. Imagine then, the walking-on-eggshells approach a developer must take to base a game on a highly controversial war that's happening right now. Bad writing and shallow, stereotypical characters could cheapen the experience, not just for the general game-playing public, but particularly for those whose lives are currently affected by the ongoing situation in the Middle East. It's an already delicate issue being addressed in a medium best known for "dude, blow something up."

Here is confirmation from a website that actually takes the time to compare the different features of the Xbox 360 and PS3 versions.

I think the reason why the time was not taken by websites such as 1up and IGN is because of a fact that the two versions are identical in terms of graphics.

Both use a Native Resolution of 720p.

The Xbox 360 version also has a Native 1920x1080i mode.

The Xbox 360 uses the Hardware Upconversion chip to change the 1920x1080i mode to output in 1080p

There are rumors that say the PS3 version has a Native Resolution of 1080p, but several website Forums have now confirmed that is NOT true. The reason the PS3 version can be output in 1080p is because of a software "scalar" program similar to the one used in GT5 that is implemented into the PS3 version in order to make it more compatible with 1080i and 1080p HDTV sets.

The Xbox 360 version is considered superior, though, because it has two fundamental advantages: (1) Better Online Multi-Player, (2) Rumble technology in the controller.

After all, who would even consider playing Call of Duty 4 without Rumble in the controller...and no offense, but NOBODY is going to wait until the spring in order to use the Rumble that will be in the PS3 controllers that will be sold seperately.

Here is what the actual comparison said:

"The different versions of the game on the various platforms look exactly the same, which came as a shock to some because multiplatform games for PS3 have suffered this year. It's even cooler when you realize the game isn't getting delayed, like so many other multiplatform games that have shipped for PS3. The one thing the PS3 does lose out on is the tactile experience that the 360 controller provides, but even that will be rectified when the DualShock 3 controller ships for U.S. PS3s this coming spring."

I did get a free copy of COD3 which I am going to turn around and trade in to Gamestop. Btw I bought the 360 version but my HD tv is out for repair so I cant play for anoter day or so. BTW look at the PILE of PS3's they had just laying there I counted 70 and the clerk said they should just give them away they also had a ton more in the back.

I just beat the campaign and Im disappointed same nothing revolutionary. It was the shortest sp of any game I have ever played. Its even shorter than 5 hours because they stretch out the campaign by spawning hundreds of enemies out of thin air. Wow I was so disappointed . Im trading this in soon for mass effect.

How can you do that and expect anyone to take anything you have to say seriously? Not only that but you appear to be trying to pass off your opinion as if it's a stone cold fact.

Some people will prefer Bioshock. Some Halo 3. Some COD4. It doesn't mean their opinions are wrong, just different and none of it will be a fact. At least hold off until you play the game before you give an "opinion" either way.

EDIT: The beta? You got Pwned?

The sad part is I know you're serious. Don't worry I wont bother in the future trying to have a reasonable discussion with you.

The Beta did not have all the options from the final build and you were only playing THREE MAPS. Its just like me saying Ive played the Halo beta and say it's not a good final product ? Go take your ignorance and show your family how you get through in life.

The framerate will only hitch in certain situations -- a friendly airstrike or larger series of explosions --

bu but teh cell?

but it quickly returns to its exceptional state. The combat environments are as detailed as they are varied: Bombed-out city streets are covered in concrete, dust, and debris, while a moonlight infiltration faintly illuminates hayfields and woodlands.

did i say that? no you just assumed. Did i say that it breaks the game? no.. You are just being a prick and very defensive

tea bagging..it's a huge factor in multiplayer. well for me as a 360 gamer... where mutliplayer games are well focused on PWNing. I've played the multiplayer Beta. It's really an eyecandy but got bored of it And I can already tell you have something against me.

If you dont believe my experience. then just read the score. Why do you think Halo recieved a better score.

Why are u bringing up Halo 3 in the same sentacne as COD4!! I bought Halo3 , beat it and took it back!! IT SUCKSSSS!!! GETover it fanbot. Halo3 is so damn generic and boring. Might as well just play Halo 2...and yes I am being VERY LITERAL. That's what it fells like playing Halo 3...i DIDN'T EVEN MENTION ALL THE LAG AND GLITCHES AND THE WAY CRAPPY CO-OP IS SET UP. Same with custom games and the forge... you can't just join game, you have to find 16 friends to fill a room... and if you do manage to find 16 people, you only have 2 maps to play. LMAO. HALO 3 IS A BOMB. *PIFF* It already went off and no one cares anyways except hardcore fanboys because normal people know its sucks... I've been in TONS of lobbys were people are saying how dissapointed they are and that IT SUCKS. HALO 3 IS GARBAGE. I will buy another Halo game again... they only reason they do good is because the way Microsft hypes them... THE TRUTH

Bahaha soco u must be a fool in the first place cuz if you play it on veteran I gaurantee u wont walk thru the game and to trade in the game that is gonna carry alot of theload for fps online games on thru to 2008 would jus be stupid.

I hate those kids who hate games cuz they go and beat them on normal and find them easy...of course its easy its normal...like really who plays on normal anyway panzy

I did play it on Veteran you moron. The kid your referring to is 19. I never said I hated it I said I was disappointed. After having played it no it does not deserve game of the year or game of the month for that matter. Its just call of duty 2 with assault rifles nothing more nothing less.

Now their quote for HS "Which -- given the overall length of around 10 hours -- may not be an accident. If you were to take this game as is and thin out some of the heavier arena battles, it would become too short,"

LOL if you take out all the battles its a short game, LOL what a joke

Anyways, i'm glad it got a good score, I just think, its because 360 was attacked to it....

I just came back from gamestop and me and my buddy whos the manager just had the ps3 and 360 side by side and yes the ps3 version does look better by just a notch not a lot better but just a notch, i didnt see any framerate issues or anything, sorry xbots the 360 is not superior to the ps3 when developers actually work on it and not port it. YO EVERYBODY ON HERE IF YOU GETTIN THE PS3 VERSION HIT ME UP ON PSN BEGXFORXMERCY SO WE CAN PLAY TOGETHER. PS3 on the come up baby, not a fanboy i have both systems and just hate when games like halo3 gets scores ccause of the name i have it and its terrible for a AAA title framerate issues slow down and aliasing issues.

PS: sorry JACK OFF im too old to be sittin up on here tellin a lie to make the ps3 look better dang man its just the truth dude accept it and wow 3 disagree, wanna play halo3 hit me on xbox live xbeg for mercy betcha i get agrees now. so sad xbots so scared, man we finally got it right with this 360 sorry boys ps3 is comin be scared be very scared.

AND 360 IS THE BETTER VERSION BECAUSE ITS GOT BETTER ONLINE PLAY/INVITES/CHAT ETC. AND WE GOT RUMBLE. WHO THE F**K WANTS TO PLAY A FPS WITHOUT RUMBLE. ITS AS IMPORTANT AS RACING GAMES. PEOPLE WHO SAY I DONT CARE ABOUT RUMBLE R BLIND LOL

YOU DONT HAVE TO PAY FOR XBOX LIVE. MY BRO HAS SILVER FOR FREE AND HES PLAYIN HALO 3 AND WITH RUMBLE NOW LOL

ps3 has rumble too brotha, just not yet but soon and we dont have to pay for online so the ps3 version for me.... And from most of the reviews everything about the game is the same on the 360 and ps3..

and fanboys are still finding a reason to wave their flag and spew their nonsense regarding their beloved. This is the first title where I am getting both the PS3 and 360 version. I want to play them both for myself. I have a strong feeling there will be differences and I want to see if one out weighs the other or if they are a wash.

I don't see why you guys can't be happy that both systems have a new AAA title to play instead of this mine is better than yours and here is why crap.....

Would you waste money and get both? GameTrailers.com will have a side by side soon enough, unless you were just being facetious. Suit yourself I guess, just sounds a bit extreme to me. ::shrugs shoulders and walks off::

I impulse purchase more than I should and I played the beta and I couldn't get enough of it. I want to see how both handle on the PS3 and 360. I just want to see for myself if there are any differences in visuals, sound, gameplay, online performance, etc...

Besides I have a pretty extensive friends list on both consoles and the majority of my friends don't own both so it will be kewl to play with both sets of friends.

Which ever one I prefer I will keep and the other will be off to ebay.

Why would you care that much? I guess it is your money to spend, so spend it how you see fit. But my guess is that you'll probably wont be able to tell the difference between the two. But again its your money so... :)

you are the whinest little sonykid I have ever seen, alot of sites gave Halo3 a 10/10 and they also probably won't give COD 4 the same score, some sights will also likely give COD 4 a higher score than they gave Halo3, so fcking what?= scores are opinions of a games value and you can NOT DICTATE who is right and who is wrong= thats why we are HUMANS and not fcking robots, we have different tastes and we all see things a little differently, STOP BEATCHING everytime a game doesn't get the score you think it deserves, 9.5 is a great score, in fact IGN gave Halo a 9.5 and COD 4 a 9.4, yes its a small difference but the point is some people/sites may like Halo3 just a bit more than this game, that still makes COD4 a great game among other highly rated games, so stop fcking crying.

This post is about the 1up Review... not the average "USER" score.. if you look under "Editor's Rating" you should see a 9.5 for 360/PS3(whichever you click)... UNLESS I completely misunderstood what you were saying and for that, I apologize in advance

i was saying that when you click the link (or the jump) the ps3 review comes up but the xbox 360 tab in the menu is highlighted green...just kind of misleading at first but it doesnt matter since both reviews are exactly the same

Yeah, I got the game early and already reviewed, and beat it... Fantastic addition to your ps3 library, for sure. Just don't go expecting epic length here, folks. This is one of the shortest games you'll ever lay thru. I'm partial to Warhawk and Resistance online, so I still haven't touched my COD4 online, but even so... I highly recommend the game for the Ps3. I cannot say for the xbox 360, of course... cause I'm a huge Sony fanboy "ha"

"Bad writing and shallow, stereotypical characters could cheapen the experience, not just for the general game-playing public, but particularly for those whose lives are currently affected by the ongoing situation in the Middle East. It's an already delicate issue being addressed in a medium best known for "dude, blow something up."

-- Yes, because we all know that stereotypes are made out of thin air. They exist for a reason. Do most people act like their stereotypes do? No, but a large enough portion do that it should be acknowledged. However, if EVERY PERSON in the games acts stereotypical, then it goes too far to the point of being unrealistic. However, it they're portraying terrorists in the Middle East as a bunch of hairy savages with bad mustaches who have no value for life including women and children, and most likely rarely take baths, then they would be accurate.

Actually, stereotypes aren't that bad. I can think of a stereotypical Italian plumber who is the most successful video game character in history.

Is it because of the fancy graphics ? ermm no. Get the gameplay right and the game will be hit. Also stop using terms like "xbot" or "sonydroid" as its just prue flamebait. I will get CoD4 but its pretty much the same gameplay since CoD4 but with better graphics and some tweaked gameplay here and now.